Dubai Launches Photographer‑Free AI Self‑Photo Studio
<p><strong>Dubai’s Self-Space Studio Reinvents Portrait Photography with AI</strong></p><p><strong>Dubai:</strong> A groundbreaking <strong>AI-powered photography studio</strong> is set to redefine how residents capture personal portraits in the UAE. <strong>Self.space</strong>, the country’s first self-photography studio powered by <strong>Edge AI</strong>, will officially open its flagship location this September in <strong>Al Quoz</strong>.</p><p>The innovative concept removes the need for a traditional photographer. Inside a private, sound-insulated room, users control every aspect of their photo session. Equipped with a <strong>cinema-grade camera and smart mirror</strong>, the studio guides participants through self-directed shoots, applying <strong>real-time image enhancements</strong> such as color correction and subtle skin smoothing — while preserving natural features.</p><p>“We wanted to eliminate the pressure and awkwardness of traditional photo shoots,” said <strong>Mitia Muravev, founder and CEO</strong>. “People often dislike photos not because of how they look, but because of how they felt while being photographed.”</p><p><strong>Privacy and Personalization</strong></p><p>The AI system uses <strong>facial recognition and skin tone analysis</strong> to customize each shot. Images are stored in <strong>secure, encrypted galleries</strong>, accessible only via one-time passcodes, making the studio especially appealing in communities where <strong>modesty and privacy</strong> are culturally significant.</p><p><strong>Proven Success</strong></p><p>First tested at the <strong>2024 Arab Media Summit</strong>, Self.space received positive feedback, particularly from women who described it as their first comfortable photo-shoot experience. The soft launch has already served over <strong>4,000 users</strong>, blending high-quality photography with a relaxed and personal experience.</p><p><strong>A Mission Beyond Photography</strong></p><p>While influencers and professionals may leverage Self.space for <strong>premium portraits</strong>, the startup aims to make photography <strong>more accessible, empowering, and stress-free</strong> for everyday users.</p>